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Rutland Water – Barnsdale Bluebell Woodland loop from Whitwell

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Rutland Water – Barnsdale Bluebell Woodland loop from Whitwell

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4.3

(6)

85

hikers

Rutland Water – Barnsdale Bluebell Woodland loop from Whitwell

01:33

5.92km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

1

72 m

Rutland Water Sports Centre

Highlight • Beach

2

1.81 km

Muddy Woodland Path

Highlight • Trail

A chance to have fun in the mud

Tip by

3

2.97 km

Rutland Water

Highlight • Structure

Great area for a hike. If you do not want to go the full circle alternatives to walking back on the same track are a bit limited.

Tip by

4

3.27 km

Woodland Path

Highlight • Forest

Narrow forest path, can be a bit muddy in places and slightly overgrown.

Tip by

5

4.40 km

Barnsdale Bluebell Woodland

Highlight • Forest

Barnsdale Woods offers a little change of scenery from the open views across much of the route around Rutland Water. The ancient woodland (now partly replanted with conifers) covers 28 ha and is part of the Rutland Water SSSI. The wood formerly lay within a Medieval deer park.

Tip by

B

5.92 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.42 km

1.61 km

631 m

227 m

Surfaces

3.05 km

1.49 km

726 m

631 m

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